Alexandria, VA | Sheriff's Officehttp://alexandriava.gov/sheriffSheriff's OfficeTue, 31 Mar 2015 18:08:46 -0400http://alexandriava.gov/images/logo-mobile.pngAlexandria, VA | Sheriff's Officehttp://alexandriava.gov/sheriffhttp://alexandriava.gov/83805http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=83805Commission for Women Honors Deputy Wright with Salute to Women Award<p>The Alexandria Commission for Women recently honored Deputy Valarie
Wright with the Women’s Health and Safety Advocate Award at the 35th Annual
Salute to Women. Vice Mayor Allison Silberberg presented Deputy Wright with the
award during a ceremony at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.</p>Fri, 27 Mar 2015 15:42:12 -04002015-03-27T15:59:26-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/83367http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=83367Sheriff’s Office, CALEA Assessors Seek Public Comment for Accreditation<p>The Alexandria Sheriff’s Office is seeking re-accreditation
by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA),
an international organization facilitating the pursuit of law enforcement
excellence. As part of its re-accreditation
process, the Alexandria Sheriff’s Office is asking for comments from interested
community members at a public meeting on Tuesday, April 14,
from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Alexandria Courthouse.</p>Wed, 11 Mar 2015 12:21:38 -04002015-03-11T12:25:59-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/83318http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=83318Sheriff’s Office Visits Cora Kelly for Read Across America<p>To celebrate Read Across America, Cora Kelly School invited Sheriff
Dana Lawhorne and other community members to be guest readers. In recognition of
the anniversary of Dr. Seuss’s birthday, Sheriff Lawhorne and Deputy Valarie
Wright put on their red and white “Cat in the Hat” hats to read to all the
first graders at the school.</p>Mon, 09 Mar 2015 12:06:51 -04002015-03-09T12:07:09-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/82829http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=82829Mentoring Matters to Students and Deputies<p>Recently 35 Charles Barrett Elementary School students and their
mentors, including Deputy Valarie Wright, gathered for a Friendship Day
Celebration held in the school’s cafeteria. Based on a Valentine’s Day theme,
mentors and mentees spent an afternoon having fun, making crafts and reflecting
on what their friendship means to them.</p>Thu, 12 Feb 2015 10:04:44 -05002015-02-12T11:03:31-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/82667http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=82667Four Inmates Honored at Graduation Ceremony<p>
Sheriff Dana Lawhorne and his staff recently recognized four inmates at
the William G. Truesdale Adult Detention Center for their educational
accomplishments. All four passed their GED examinations and were honored by the
staff, other inmates and family members during a graduation ceremony at the
jail on Thursday, February 5.</p>Thu, 05 Feb 2015 17:33:21 -05002015-02-05T17:39:36-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/81807http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=81807Deputy Zedalis Successfully Completes Intensive IACP Leadership ProgramDeputy Greg Zedalis recently completed an intensive leadership program offered by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). Deputy Zedalis graduated from the Leadership in Police Organizations (LPO) program on Friday, December 5, at the Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy along with
34 other law enforcement professionals from across Northern Virginia.Mon, 29 Dec 2014 13:51:23 -05002014-12-29T13:52:26-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/81803http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=81803Deputy Sheriff Graduates from Session 131 of Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training AcademyThe Sheriff’s Office congratulates Deputy Phillip Leger who recently graduated from the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy. Deputy Leger graduated with Session 131 in a ceremony at George Mason University on Monday, December 22. His graduation
follows nearly six months of deputy and law enforcement training, including emergency vehicle operations, firearms training, defensive tactics, jail and courthouse procedures, crash investigation, basic legal training and other important areas.Sat, 27 Dec 2014 10:45:05 -05002014-12-27T10:57:47-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/81629http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=81629Operation Elf a Great Success Thanks to Generous Community SupportThe Sheriff’s Office is proud to report that more than 200 children of local inmates are receiving special holiday gifts this season thanks to Operation Elf and the generous support of community members and organizations. This charitable effort not only assists families in need, but also helps keep families connected during the holidays, encouraging a smoother transition once inmates are released.Sat, 13 Dec 2014 12:21:00 -05002014-12-13T12:55:32-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/81624http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=81624Three Deputies among Newest Crisis Intervention Team Members<p>Congratulations to the latest deputies to graduate from the Crisis Intervention Team
(CIT) training academy! Deputy Kenneth Choi, Deputy Israr Haq and Deputy Jill
Staub were among those recognized at a recent graduation ceremony police
headquarters. Members of the Police Department, Fire Department, Code
Administration, Department of Community and Human Services, and Probation and
Parole Office also graduated in this session.</p>Sat, 13 Dec 2014 10:20:59 -05002014-12-13T10:24:06-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/81422http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=81422Inmates Honored for New “Thinking for a Change” Program, Other Educational Achievements<p>Sheriff Dana Lawhorne and his staff recently honored a dozen inmates for their educational accomplishments during a graduation ceremony at the William G. Truesdale Adult Detention Center. Among those recognized were six inmates who became the first to complete
the “Thinking for a Change” program, a partnership with the Virginia Department of Corrections Probation and Parole Office to help prepare inmates for reentry into the community by improving their social and problem-solving skills. </p>Mon, 01 Dec 2014 12:00:02 -05002014-12-01T12:28:44-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/81348http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/info/default.aspx?id=81348Inmate Visitation Guidelines for Family and FriendsFamily and friends planning to visit an inmate at the William G.
Truesdale Adult Detention Center are encouraged to review the rules and visitation procedures in advance of their visit. All visitors and their personal effects are subject to search prior to
their entrance into the Detention Center. Visitors wearing inappropriate attire or lacking proper photo identification will not be permitted to enter the Detention Center.<br/>Fri, 21 Nov 2014 15:11:45 -05002014-11-25T08:45:46-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/81131http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=81131Deputy Jefferies Honored as CIT Deputy of the YearDeputy Dawn Jefferies was among the public safety professionals recently honored at the annual Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Awards Luncheon. Sheriff Dana Lawhorne joined Mayor William D. Euille, Police Chief Earl Cook, Emergency Communications Director Jo-Anne Munroe and Liz Wixson of the Department of Community and Human Services in recognizing the accomplishments of CIT-trained deputies, police officers and 911 communicators.Wed, 05 Nov 2014 18:31:43 -05002014-11-21T10:54:35-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/81066http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=81066Sheriff's Office Celebrates Volunteers at Annual Luncheon<p>The Sheriff’s Office recently honored its dedicated volunteers at the
annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon with the theme of “Volunteers are Priceless.” More than 200 volunteers provide
specialized assistance and outreach to inmates at the William G. Truesdale
Adult Detention Center, offering religious services, Bible study, substance
abuse recovery programs, tutoring, and even yoga and meditation.</p>Fri, 31 Oct 2014 11:31:44 -04002014-10-31T11:45:20-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/81014http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/info/default.aspx?id=81014Specialized Teams<p>In addition to their regular full-time assignments, deputies may
participate in specialized teams that provided enhanced services and
programs in the Detention Center, at the Courthouse and in the
community. Some of these opportunities are also available to civilian
employees. </p>Tue, 28 Oct 2014 12:10:50 -04002014-10-29T07:57:21-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/81010http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/info/default.aspx?id=81010Inmate Services and Alternative Programs Section<p>
The Inmate Services and Alternative Programs Section includes sworn and
civilian personnel who determine which housing assignments, educational and
treatment services, and alternative programs would be appropriate for inmates
and offenders. They also provide these services or work with other staff and
contractors to ensure proper delivery.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2014 16:21:14 -04002014-10-28T09:40:35-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/80974http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=80974Administrative and Support Services Bureau<p>The Administrative and Support Services Bureau, commanded by Chief Deputy Wendy Webb, is responsible for managing and delivering services to the Sheriff’s Office staff, to inmates in the Detention Center, and to the community. From providing information technology support to staff to coordinating educational programs for inmates to offering neighborhood beautification services through the Inmate Work Detail, the diverse responsibilities of this Bureau are accomplished through two divisions, the Administrative Services Division and the Support Services Division.</p>Fri, 24 Oct 2014 11:38:53 -04002014-10-24T11:39:02-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/80970http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/info/default.aspx?id=80970Administrative and Support Services Bureau<p>
The Administrative and Support Services Bureau, commanded by Chief
Deputy Wendy Webb, is responsible for managing and delivering services to the
Sheriff’s Office staff, to inmates in the Detention Center, and to the
community. From providing information technology support to staff to
coordinating educational programs for inmates to offering neighborhood
beautification services through the Inmate Work Detail, the diverse
responsibilities of this Bureau are accomplished through two divisions, the Administrative
Services Division and the Support Services Division.</p>Fri, 24 Oct 2014 08:31:34 -04002014-10-29T11:39:36-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/80607http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=80607Sheriff Lawhorne Authorizes Pink Badges for Breast Cancer Awareness MonthSeveral members of the Alexandria Sheriff’s Office are showing their
support of the fight against breast cancer by wearing special pink badges this
month. Sheriff Dana Lawhorne authorized deputies to wear the custom-made badges
throughout October, which is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Some deputies ordered the badgesafter a fellow
deputy lost her battle against the disease last year and others wearing
them are breast cancer survivors who share their experiences to promote the
importance of early detection and to support others battling the disease.<br/>Wed, 01 Oct 2014 15:08:17 -04002014-10-01T15:52:08-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/80527http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=80527Inmate Art Exhibited at Detention Center and Art on the Avenue<p>
Artwork by inmates at the William G. Truesdale Adult Detention Center was exhibited at Art on the Avenue, the annual arts and music festival in Del Ray, on
Saturday, October 4. Sheriff’s Office staff displayed 13 drawings by inmates
at the ASO tent and more than 3,000 festival goers voted for their
favorite by dropping a ballot in a box. Thanks to everyone who stopped by and voted!<br/></p>Fri, 26 Sep 2014 17:06:07 -04002014-10-16T14:24:29-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/80513http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=805132013 Annual Report Now AvailableExplore the Alexandria Sheriff's Office highlights of 2013! View a copy of the most recent annual report and learn more about the important work and helpful services performed by the Sheriff's Office, including jail and courthouse security, community outreach, programs for youth,and cost saving projects by the Inmate Work Detail.<br/>Fri, 26 Sep 2014 12:51:19 -04002014-09-26T13:21:57-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/80412http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=80412Five Members of Sheriff’s Office Graduate from Crisis Intervention Team TrainingCongratulations to the latest graduates of the Crisis Intervention Team
(CIT) training academy! Deputies Darold Crawford, Jeffrey Hines, Fallon
Norloff, and Gerald Resseguie and Local Probation Officer Kaelyn Branch were
among those recognized at a graduation ceremony on Friday, September 19 at
police headquarters. Other graduates include members of the Alexandria Police
Department, Alexandria Fire Department, and Adult Protective Services.Mon, 22 Sep 2014 08:38:19 -04002014-09-22T08:40:38-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/80065http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=80065Inmates Recognized for Educational AchievementsSheriff Dana Lawhorne and his staff recently honored six inmates at the William G. Truesdale Adult Detention Center for their educational accomplishments. Three inmates who passed their GED examinations and three who earned food safety certifications were recognized during a graduation ceremony at the jail on Thursday, August 28.Fri, 29 Aug 2014 08:57:58 -04002014-08-29T08:59:31-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/79211http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=79211Child Safety Seat Program Reaches Milestone with 500th InstallationAfter launching its child safety seat program just over a year ago, the Sheriff’s Office reached a milestone in July when a deputy installed the 500th seat. The program began in summer 2013 after three deputies completed a week of training to become certified safety seat technicians and joined a fourth who was already certified. The team began offering inspection and installation services in July 2013 and recently installed its 500th seat. City residents may schedule an appointment for this free service by calling 703.746.4114 during regular business hours.Fri, 18 Jul 2014 17:36:20 -04002014-07-24T17:51:38-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/78910http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=78910Detention Center Staff Trained in National Institute of Corrections CurriculumThree Sheriff’s Office employees and one volunteer successfully completed facilitator training in the Thinking for a Change (T4C) curriculum for offenders. The four-day training at the Alexandria Probation & Parole Office concluded on Thursday, June 26, with Lisa Stapleton, Chief of Alexandria Probation & Parole, and Chief Deputy Wendy Webb congratulating all the participants, including Reentry Counselor Denise Costley, Classification Counselor Andrea Hancock, Deputy Todd Stubblefield and Michael Price, a Sheriff’s Office volunteer.Mon, 30 Jun 2014 13:37:35 -04002014-06-30T13:50:39-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/78873http://alexandriava.gov/sheriff/default.aspx?id=78873Deputies Graduate from Session 130 of Northern Virginia Criminal Justice AcademyThe Sheriff’s Office congratulates its five deputy sheriffs who recently graduated from the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy. The deputies formally graduated with Session 130 in a ceremony at Dominion High School in Sterling on Thursday, June 26. Their graduation follows nearly six months of deputy and law enforcement training, including emergency vehicle operations, firearms training, defensive tactics, jail and courthouse procedures, crash investigation, basic legal training and other important areas.Fri, 27 Jun 2014 12:58:43 -04002014-06-27T13:01:41-04:00